by Dani Davidson | Jul 12, 2025 | How to Write
Before children can write their names, form letters, or even hold a pencil with confidence, they need to develop fine motor skills—the small muscle movements in the hands and fingers that are essential for writing. These early skills lay the groundwork for...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 17, 2025 | How to Write
Learning to write their own name is a huge milestone for young children—and an exciting one for parents, too! It’s often the first word a child learns to write and is closely linked with their developing sense of identity. Whether your child is just starting out or...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 14, 2025 | How to Read, How to Spell, How to Write, Uncategorized
When it comes to teaching young children the alphabet, one common question parents and educators ask is: Should I teach lowercase or uppercase letters first? While both are important, there’s a clear advantage to starting with lowercase...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 13, 2025 | How to Write
When teaching children to write, one simple but powerful tool is often overlooked—drawing. Before putting pencil to paper for writing, encouraging your child to draw a picture of their story or idea can be an essential step in helping them organise their thoughts,...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 13, 2025 | How to Read, How to Write
When you’re teaching your child to read and write at home, it can feel like you’re juggling two big tasks at once. Do you focus more on reading CVC words? Or do you prioritise writing them down? The truth is, reading and writing work best when they’re...
by Dani Davidson | Jun 12, 2025 | How to Spell, How to Write
When you’re teaching your child how to write, it’s easy to lump writing and spelling into one big skill. After all, they often happen at the same time—your child picks up a pencil and begins putting letters on a page. But writing and spelling are actually...
